Replacement for Head Youtek IG Radical MP
Harry_Wild
G.O.A.T.
Email me if your interested in buying a 8.5/10 Head Youtek IG MP. It's a 4 1/2" L4. I have plenty of references. rtodd.rose@gmail.comHey, thanks a ton for the response! Unfortunately, while I'm aware of that link's existence, I don't know enough about racquet temrinology etc. to make an informed decision, and hence the thread.
IMO all the Radical MPs play about the same depending on how sensitive you are. I really like my Microgels that are still available. Add about .75 of an oz. spread around for more solid feel make it about 6 pts headlight string it towards bottom of the range and you should be good to go.
Yeah, I sort of broke mine, so I'm looking for a replacement of the same or a new racquet in today's market that plays the same or better
zalive
Hall of Fame
Look at this though:
https://www.sportega.de/tennisschlaeger-head-ig-radical-mp.htm
No delivery in many countries though...but am.azon.com has it in USD, just search...where are you located?
bay.com has it too...US seller...Italian seller also...
https://www.sportega.de/tennisschlaeger-head-ig-radical-mp.htm
No delivery in many countries though...but am.azon.com has it in USD, just search...where are you located?
bay.com has it too...US seller...Italian seller also...
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did you not read daddy's post already in this thread? he already answered this question.
Unfortunately, the Microgel series seems a bit tough to find as well. Can I ask what the similarities between the 2 are since I've never used a Microgel racquet? Any other available on the current market? Thanks!
Hansen
Professional
wilson ultra tour probably
http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/Head_MicroGEL_Radical_Midplus/descpageRCHEAD-HMGRAD.html
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By all accounts the various head techs made little difference to how the racquets feel- it's marketing.
Only with the graphene series are there radical changes
Microgel and IG radical mp are very similar. I've played with the radical (18x20) line since the Microgel and I'm currently down to 1 IG and 1 YouTek. Basically, the Microgel has a slightly different beam shape (more straight/box beam) and a softer flex. Swingweight came in a couple points lower as well. They feel a little different on contact, but play the same basically. IG has a bit more pop for me.
A racquet I've tested a while ago that I could switch to without any adjustment was the Yonex Vcore Duel G97 310. Although the feel is completely different, it just matches my style of play. The DR98 was closer in feel for me, nice flex, but plays rather differently. I haven't had the chance to hit with the Prince Extreme 100p, but on paper it seems like it should be similar as well.
Wilson blades are also similar, although their swingweight and balance is a bit higher.
Al suggestions given above are worth a try, so I would try to demo a couple of frames and see which you like most. Or else you can still try to get some microgels or IGs on auction sites.
A racquet I've tested a while ago that I could switch to without any adjustment was the Yonex Vcore Duel G97 310. Although the feel is completely different, it just matches my style of play. The DR98 was closer in feel for me, nice flex, but plays rather differently. I haven't had the chance to hit with the Prince Extreme 100p, but on paper it seems like it should be similar as well.
Wilson blades are also similar, although their swingweight and balance is a bit higher.
Al suggestions given above are worth a try, so I would try to demo a couple of frames and see which you like most. Or else you can still try to get some microgels or IGs on auction sites.
I also Richard Gasquet my grip, so there is always additional weight on the handle to make the racquet more headlight. I'm leaning towards the Youtek IG, but I'd love to hear pros and cons! Thank you guys for being such a helpful community!
Hansen
Professional
it comes down to feel, here is a review of the wilson ultra tour:
when the wilson feels more plush than the microgel (which should feel more plush than the youtek ig) than i personally would prefer the wilson (i play with a lm radical and didn´t like the ig radical because of the feel and stiffness). but the wilson is 10 gramms heavier and more expensive.
Hansen
Professional
i can only compare the lm radical mp to the ig radical mp. performance wise they were similar, but the lm had a better feel, equal spin and power and was more comfortable than the ig. i have not used a mg radical mp, but since it has a lower ra it should feel more comfortable than the ig, but the mg radical mp now available is a reissue which according to several posters feels worse than the original mg radical mp. since the wilson ultra tour (it has a 97 sq. in. head, so no smaller headsize) was praised by the playtesters i would give it a try are just stay with the ig mp.
SpinToWin
Talk Tennis Guru
The head sizes are pretty similar. As in Head advertises its head size as bigger than it is. I don't think that aspect of the Ultra Tour would bother you.
Most importantly:
That Ultra Tour is svelte
TripleB
Hall of Fame
I agree with this! My three came in at 10.8 ounces and about 2 points headlight. I've added about 10 grams under the butt cap making them 316 grams. With overgrip, headtape, and rubberband they end up at 327g and slightly under 6 points headlight. I'm going to see how these play at this weight and balance before adding anything other weight. I predict that I'll add about 3 more grams to it in the head (probably 10 and 2).
When I purchased these my intent was to weight them up to match a Head LiquidMetal Radical that I have...only 18x20 racquet I've ever loved. If I add 3g to the head that will get me to the exact same weight of the LM Rad Midplus and should leave it 5 points headlight..one more point headlight than the LM Rad. Specs at that point should be perfect.
Sorry, that was a long winded way of saying I agree...so with the MG Radical Midplus and lead it up to your liking!
I agree, this is another great option if you don't like the MG Rad Mid+ option. I have three of these (the old 16x19 version) as well and it was my racquet of choice before I moved to the MG Radicals. I moved to the MG Rad in order to get a little more control and more maneuverability. The Rad came in a lighter than the Pure Strike so I am able to weight the MG Rad up the way I want. With the Pure Strike I wasn't really to modify the racquet much without making it a bit heavier than I want.
Both options are great!!!
TripleB
To recap, this is what I'm looking for in a racquet:
- Plush, buttery feel
- Stable (while being under 12 oz would be ideal!)
- Tons of control
- Free power (if I'm not asking for too much)
On the basis of that, I'm trying to decide between these racquets: Wilson Ultra Tour vs Prokennex Kinetic Ki Q+ Tour Pro (35) vs Prince Textreme Tour 100P vs Angell TC97 (18x20).
Not in a position to demo them as well, so I'm stuck. SIGH.
- Plush, buttery feel
- Stable (while being under 12 oz would be ideal!)
- Tons of control
- Free power (if I'm not asking for too much)
On the basis of that, I'm trying to decide between these racquets: Wilson Ultra Tour vs Prokennex Kinetic Ki Q+ Tour Pro (35) vs Prince Textreme Tour 100P vs Angell TC97 (18x20).
Not in a position to demo them as well, so I'm stuck. SIGH.
rafa_prestige89
Professional
IG Prestige MP
Bit too unforgiving for me. How about the GT Speed Pro?
Songs For A Dead Pilot
Semi-Pro
You still can buy the stiffer edition of Microgel Radical MP (62RA instead of 57RA which was available for last couple of years). This could be nice update – giving it more pop and power without loosing control/feel.
I would also recommend to try out the new Graphene XT Prestige S. I really like it a lot. I have a collection of almost all Radicals MP since Ti - but I guess YT IG was maybe the best one (or Ti/iRadical L5).
I would also recommend to try out the new Graphene XT Prestige S. I really like it a lot. I have a collection of almost all Radicals MP since Ti - but I guess YT IG was maybe the best one (or Ti/iRadical L5).
rjp1977
Rookie
I would try here, http://racquetguys.com/product_attribute_selector/show/id/230422SALE/lang/1
I'm going to order a couple from here as the exchange rate is good at the moment!
I'm going to order a couple from here as the exchange rate is good at the moment!
TennisHound
Legend
Man, good find. Awesome site
